# CandyClock - A Video Clock — user reviews > 45 indexed App Store user reviews of CandyClock by Brian Semiglia, rated 4.60/5 from 5 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candyclock-a-video-clock/id308354439/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candyclock-a-video-clock/id308354439.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 4 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 1 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 0 ## Newest reviews (13 of 45) ### 4/5 — Really *2010-10-27, version 0* REALLY COOL APP NO OTHER LIKE IT I've been searching everyyywhere in the app store for something like this but cooler and there's nothing! Some people are getting really picky with this, whining about loop points.. seriously. itd be super cool if there were more video options, since I think a few of them are weird. PEOPLE= DOWNLOAD! DEVELOPER= ADD MORE STUFF! (please) ### 4/5 — Perfect other than music *2010-09-10, version 0* I want to be able to play my music with this. Otherwise, awesome :) ### 4/5 — Great app! *2009-10-20, version 0* Love the backgrounds. Better than I expected. Eventual simultaneous iPod usage will make it perfect! ### 5/5 — Great! *2009-10-13, version 0* I got it when it was free; but worth even more than .99 Here's some info about the app -there IS a lite version, but insted of being "lite" "free" or "freeeeee" it's "mini" it has only one background -it does take a long time to download. Between 2 1/2 minutes and 5 minutes - ### 5/5 — love this app! really nice videos *2009-09-08, version 0* I'm surprised how much I like this app. I got it during the free sale just to check it out, but I think it is worth the $1 price esp once an alarm function is added. The videos are very soothing and done well. I esp like the aqua dye, jellyfish, and sunset. Looking forward to the alarm clock features, more backgrounds, and possibly ambient music. Some suggestions for future backgrounds: moving clouds timelapse of a city view day to night koi pond/rustling bamboo more types of jellyfish & aqua dyes :) Thanks for making this app! ### 5/5 — Great App, just needs a tweaks, KEEP the updates coming! *2009-08-04, version 0* Brian awesome job and great selections so far. The bricks are simply genius to me (cuz its so simple, yet incredibly peaceful!) I never write reviews but I really enjoyed this app and would LOVE to have you include these suggestions: 1. PLEASE get this app to let me play my music on my phone in the background. 2. ALSO, with that said, maybe you should include the ambient noise (from the actual scenes)- if you do, please make it an option to turn if OFF!!! ### 5/5 — The Best Clock In The iTunes Store !!! *2009-07-30, version 0* I work 60+ hours a week and my phone spends most of that time on my desk charger. Having already destroyed one of my older phones by overcharging the phone battery, I was actually looking for a charger that would shut off when the battery was full, or something that can trim some of that power away from the battery. This app does the next best thing. Simple to use, visually stunning, and kind enough to remind you that it is an energy hog when you load the app. How Perfect Is That? This also looks really good sitting on my computer desk. Lots of video choices, multiple languages (I use the Spanish), and the one touch dimmer makes it the perfect addition for my night stand. This could not be any better, but the developer never stops improving on this work of art. Brians' latest movie update (Sunset Branches) has just replaced my old favorite; Jelly Life. In my "not so humble" opinion, CandyClock is the Gold standard. The best clock I have ever seen in the history of iPhone clocks! ________ p.s. To the Genius Developer: It would be really cool if you could play your iPod app while the video is playing too. Just a thought. My home charger / night stand has speakers. :) ### 5/5 — Good *2009-07-19, version 0* It is really good and I got it while it was free! ### 5/5 — Perfect for impressing *2009-07-09, version 0* A beautiful clock thats sure to catch everyones eye. It's always on when my phone is charging and everyone who walks into my room or by my desk at work is super impressed. The Videos are ambiant enough that you can't tell when they loop, and are never distracting. I'd pay for this app, so you can't beat the fact that it's free. I love my Candy Clock! Cant wait to see what backgrounds come out in the verison. ### 4/5 — Cute! *2009-07-02, version 0* This is cute (: but a few things could make it better. 1) listen to our own music, and if not,maybe have some background music? 2) have a world clock (like if you're on vacation, there's another time for where you are) 3)have a tiny weather icon with a minimal design. I saw this on another app, and it's very cute. (: That's it! I can't wait till the alarm feature ^^; ### 5/5 — Beautiful! *2009-07-02, version 0* This is the perfect bedside clock! The graphics are beautiful, actual video, and it's my favorite app! I truly love it! As of right now I use the alarm, that my iPod already has, combined with the candy clock. I can't wait till the alarm feature is released! I can't stress enough how much I enjoy this app...it's truly something stylish and practical for the iPod owner that can find good use of it! My beside clock is better than yours. ;P ### 5/5 — Amazing and beautiful *2009-06-26, version 0* This is my favorite app that I've dowloaded so far. I can't wait for the alarm feature! All the videos are beautiful and artsy. I love it! ### 5/5 — Da Bomb! *2009-06-19, version 0* This thing blows my mind like 1999. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Don't get this app. *2011-03-02, version 1.3* Luckily I got this for free, but it only has about 6 different themes! And it even says when you open it up that it uses a lot of energy, so plug it in a power source. What is an alarm if it's dead? ### 3/5 — Black screen on iPhone *2019-11-18, version 2.0.1* I love this app and have it on a couple devices. Only reason review isn’t 5 stars is that on the newest iPhone 11 - the clock displays but only against a solid black background. Tried deleting reinstalling - same result. If a big fix comes out, I’ll be really happy ### 3/5 — Good start, needs update and improvements! *2011-02-21, version 1.3* 2011 - update? Fixes? New themes? It's been what almost 2 years now? Update!?!? It's been almost a year and counting... I wrote the below review some time ago Tired of developers who only make promises Where's the update, improvements and features we would like? 03-06-10 -------------------------------------------- Candy clock is the closest I've come to finding that perfect "night time ambient chill clock" app I've been searching for. I wanted a clock app that had different night /chill/nature/space/etc video backgrounds, so I could put my iPod touch in the dock, charge it at night and see the time. Also to be able to leave it on during the night and wake to an alarm. In essence, i want a clock radio with say a star "hyperspace" video, or an ocean waves loop, etc. behind the clock. A couple of the videos are really good, like the jelly fish one, the others I don't use at all. (like the dryers one, and the ocean one, which is very bland, not an interesting framing, or color) The clock itself is perfect, nice and big, simple, the white shows up well against dark backgrounds. Some of the loop points can definitely be improved, as they are way too obvious. Like in the fish video and library. To the developer Brian - please spend some time on that, cut in the least obvious place and maybe try a quicker disolve. There is a way to edit a video so it loops seemlessly. This should be the MAIN goal for anyone making this kind of app. You do NOT want to see where it loops. The last update was July 30 2009?? It's about time to update and improve this app. Please add the promised new videos Videos I would like to see in the update: -A better ocean loop with an orange sky & setting sun -A blue night ocean with foam & sand -Flying through space, stars.( I realize that this would have to be an animation and may be beyond your scope, but for me this is the number one video I would want) -Flying through a colorful galaxy, stars, planets -Blue sky and clouds floating above on a summer day -Rain on green leaves -How about another jelly fish one, keeping it real, like at the Monterey bay aquarium - blue background with orange jellyfish These all should be on the dark side as they will run during the night, and the white clock needs to be clearly seen. Features I would like to see: Extremely important, and to make this clock competitive amongst the competition, we need an alarm that allows you to use music from your iPod. I think this Is key. The existing alarm is terrible. Let us use our own music as an alarm! I realize that it's not possible (currently) to have iPod music playing while the videos are, but when this changes I suggest the developer jump on it and incoporate One last thing: i think there should be a corner or double tap feature so you can access the menu to change the video or whatever. I can't shake my iPod when it's docked and charging. Please add that, it's vital. All in all this is a great app worth the .99 cents. Just a bit more work and it can be truly great. I think if the developer took the app "Relax Worlds" and added a clock on top, it would be a goldmine! This would be exactly what I want, and I'm sure for others out there too. ### 3/5 — Need ipod audio button *2009-09-11, version 0* This app rocks. But it needs to be modified to enable the ipod app during visual playback! Currently i can only listen to the sounds embedded into candy clock which just does not do it for me. @ work no docking station = no music during candy clock operation & that reallys ucks bc the app is so cool Cheers -c ### 3/5 — Great!! *2009-07-01, version 0* BUT NEEDS MORE BACKROUNDS!! LIME GREEN TO MATCH MY CASE :D ### 3/5 — You can't *2009-06-16, version 0* Listen to music with it on for full functionality. This makes no sense . ### 3/5 — Good app *2009-06-14, version 0* Took forever to load. Otherwise, its a cool clock with moving background. Very original. ### 3/5 — Needs work *2009-05-10, version 0* The pictures are cool but you should be able to change the background from the app instead of having to go to the setting. ### 4/5 — Update *2011-03-08, version 1.3* I want moreeeee!!! Lovely, and very Unique! Please add more backgrounds. Thank you :) ### 4/5 — Pretty *2011-03-02, version 1.3* It does as promised. Until there are more options for video backdrops I probably won't use this app much, but aside from the very limited choices for backgrounds this seems like a good app. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great Little App *2021-02-02, version 2.1.1* This is a great little app. Would love to see it have the ability to change background videos as the day progresses. So early morning through late evening videos of nature possibly. ### 5/5 — Good *2019-05-12, version 2.0.1* Needs many more colors ### 5/5 — Perfect! *2018-06-13, version 2.0.1* This app is perfect! I love the simplicity of it! I wish more apps were like this. It’s clean and easy. Pick your background and you’re ready to go. I look forward to seeing some more backgrounds in the future. I have just what I need right now though. Thank you ### 5/5 — Awesome *2010-09-10, version 0* Pretty great ### 5/5 — Update? *2010-07-23, version 0* One of my favorite apps but where's the updates? Would like to see less of the neon-y colored stuff. ### 5/5 — Outstanding and must have App *2010-04-05, version 0* Brilliant ambient, live video backgrounds acompany you during your day. I usually have my iphone plugged in and sitting on my desk while I work. It's the lovliest app! ### 5/5 — Awesome *2010-03-07, version 0* Love all the videos! Really great purchase!!!!!!! ### 5/5 — Nice app *2009-12-14, version 0* I wish it had more options but it's great at the price. The videos are pretty and the clock is readable. The whole thing is a great "dock" application - something nice for my desk when I'm working. ### 5/5 — Awesome app *2009-11-06, version 0* Please add more. I usethis clock every night. It is the best bedside clock out there. Wish list -Sounds with the background or ability to play music while you use it -Vertical ocean, it is my favorite but cant use it in my dock. ### 5/5 — Awesome app *2009-10-29, version 0* What a great clock app! Such awesome photos with effects, I love the moon background. Good job Brian! This is a job very well done! --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*